Minerals

(n) /ˈmɪnərəlz/

Meaning

A solid, naturally occurring inorganic substance.

Pronunciation

UK ˈmɪnərəlz

US ˈmɪnərəlz

Example Sentences

It provides numerous vitamins and minerals and is relatively low in calories.
Hydrothermal vents on the ocean floor release hot water full of minerals.

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What Makes the Deep Ocean Mysterious?The deep ocean covers more than half of Earth's surface, yet most of it remains completely unknown. Scientists have explored less than twenty percent of the ocean floor. The deeper you go, the darker...Read story

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